The Term 3 break provides a valuable opportunity for students and staff to recharge, reflect and prepare for the final stretch of the year. With warmer weather arriving and daylight-saving approaching, it is also an ideal time to enjoy the outdoors and take a break from screens.

YEAR 12

For our Year 12 students, maintaining a consistent study routine while prioritising wellbeing is particularly important. Exam preparation is a marathon, not a sprint, and the work they do now will make a significant difference later. I recommend regular study sessions of approximately 2–2.5 hours, followed by an appropriate break. This will help students build the concentration and stamina required to sustain focus throughout their examinations. Families can support this process by providing a quiet study environment, encouraging healthy meals and regular hydration, and incorporating physical activity or exercise into the next six weeks.

PIVOT SURVEY

Over recent weeks, students have had the opportunity to complete the PIVOT survey during class time. The survey provides valuable feedback directly to classroom teachers, with the results then shared with each class. Staff are encouraged to work collaboratively with students to recognise what is going well and identify opportunities for further improvement. Thank you to all students who have taken the time to provide thoughtful feedback, develop their advocacy skills and take greater ownership of their educational experience.

YEAR 10 TASMANIA TOUR

At the time of writing, 30 Year 10 students and three staff members are travelling through Tasmania. This is a wonderful camp, and we are fortunate to have the opportunity to experience some of Australia's most spectacular natural environments. Reports so far indicate that students and staff are having a positive experience, visiting many of the major highlights Tasmania has to offer.

KOGAKKAN HIGH SCHOOL – JAPANESE SISTER SCHOOL VISIT

Ten students are visiting Japan and our sister school, Kogakkan High. Once again, the group appears to be thoroughly enjoying the opportunity to explore a new country, its cities and its culture. Many of our students are also famous with the local TV station in Ise Japan showcasing the visit to Kogakkan High School and in particular our students taking part in an official Japanese Tea Ceremony.

PARENT/TEACHER/STUDENT INTERVIEWS

On Thursday 3^rd September, our Years 7–10 Parent/Teacher/Student Interviews were held, with families able to attend either onsite or online. It was particularly pleasing to have so many families attend in person. Regardless of academic performance, one factor we can all control is our effort and commitment. Success requires a positive, can-do attitude and a genuine resolve to doing our best. These are important work habits to reflect on when reviewing interim and semester reports, as there is often a strong connection between effort, engagement and academic achievement.

YEAR 11 PRESENTATION BALL

Last Friday 11^th September, I had the pleasure of attending the Year 11 Presentation Ball. Congratulations to Mr Tetradis, who was instrumental in organising the event, and to Ms Aquilina, who ensured our couples were well prepared with all the right dance moves. It was a wonderful evening and, judging by the packed dancefloor, thoroughly enjoyed by all.

STAFFING UPDATE

On behalf of the school community, I would also like to wish Ms Shee every success as she begins a new opportunity in Term 4. Mr Murone and Ms Cerchiara will be covering Ms Shee’s classes for the remainder of 2026.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS

Finally, I wish all families a safe and enjoyable Term 3 break. I hope you have the opportunity to relax, spend quality time together and enjoy a well-earned change of scenery.

Arthur Soumalias

PRINCIPAL

School Policies have been updated in line with Department of Education and Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority requirements. Parents may review these on the school website https://www.rosehillsc.vic.edu... Minimum Standards Compliance – June 2026.

Dear Parents/Guardians,

On Monday 19^th October, our school is undergoing a review as part of the 4-year cycle.

Interested parents/guardians are invited to attend a session with our school review team and will be offered an opportunity to answer questions and have a discussion.

If interested in attending, please reply by 3:30pm Monday 5^th October 2026 via the school email rosehill.sc@education.vic.gov.au with the subject heading, School Review.

Please include your name and contact details so we can confirm the exact details with you when they become available.

Arthur Soumalias

PRINCIPAL

On Wednesday 9th September, our brilliant Year 7 Rosehill debate teams stepped onto the stage for an unforgettable evening of quick wit, persuasive arguments, and fiery rhetoric against Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School (PEGS). When the final speeches concluded, our debaters walked away with head-turning performances, incredible personal milestones, and plenty to celebrate!

A Triumph on the Podium

In a masterclass of persuasive reasoning, our first Year 7 squad delivered an electric performance, securing a sensational victory by a massive 7-point margin. Huge congratulations to Sucheta Vasudev, Marshall Forsythe, and Carissa Corbalan. An extra special round of applause goes to Carissa, who not only took the podium for her very first competitive debate ever but also walked away with the coveted Best Speaker award! Talk about making a grand entrance!

A Heart-Pounding Classic

Our second Year 7 team faced an equally tough PEGS line-up in a debate that went down to the absolute wire. Atharv Sindhu, Tanay Vijay, and Ella Dillon poured their hearts into every rebuttal, delivering sharp logic and remarkable composure under pressure. While they narrowly missed out by a razor-thin single point, their performance was nothing short of heroic. Matches this close show true grit, and this team proved they can stand toe-to-toe with the very best.

Unstoppable Team Spirit & Support

What makes our debating community extra special is the unwavering team spirit behind the podium. A huge shout-out goes to Elsie Cordova-Young, Elizabeth McVeigh, Ashley Halbert, and Matthew D'Agostino, who showed up to support and cheer on their teammates even though it wasn't their competition night! That kind of loyalty and camaraderie is what Rosehill is all about.

We also want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our wonderfully supportive parents and guardians. Your encouragement, time, and cheering from the audience mean the world to our debaters!

Eyes on the Grand Finale

With these fantastic results, our Year 7 debating program now boasts an impressive track record of 3 wins out of 4 matches overall! The energy and momentum are electric as everyone turns their sights toward the final round on Wednesday 11th November.

Between now and the big showdown, our debaters aren't resting on their laurels. We will be continuing to level up our public speaking skills: focusing heavily on commanding stage presence, magnetic eye contact, and expressive hand gestures that really drive home an argument.

Congratulations to all our phenomenal debaters and supporters for representing Rosehill with pride, poise, and passion. November 11th can't come soon enough!

Abigail Abuacan

SCHOOL DEBATING COORDINATOR

On Wednesday 9th September, three of our cleverest kids went to PEGS to compete in the regional chess finals!

Amazingly, Anthony Tran and Matthew Chin were the second and third best senior secondary competitors of the day, and both have qualified to compete in the state finals at Xavier College on Friday 9th October!!

It was a qualified tournament, so there were no easy games, and to qualify for the state finals students had to win 4.5 of 7 games to qualify.

Our youngest competitor, Arren Popovici in Year 8, played very well, only just missing out on qualifying with a final score of 3.5

Matthew Chin won 4 of his 5 first games, before cunningly agreeing to draw to ensure he qualified. He won his final game with a final score of 5.5

And despite feeling under the weather on the day, Anthony Tran ended the day undefeated, with 5 wins and 2 draws for a final score of 7.

Congratulations to our chess team, and their mentor Jerome Love, for this amazing result. We wish Matthew and Anthony luck as they look to compete in the State Finals on Friday 9th October 9.

Raphael Cary Peel-Fowler

DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES, HUMANITIES & ENGLISH

Three weeks into their preparation for end-of-year exams, our Year 12 Legal Studies students had the opportunity to hear from guest speaker Lianne from the Victorian Law Reform Commission.

Lianne provided the students with valuable insights into the recent Juries Recommendation to Parliament, further developing their understanding of the important role law reform plays in Victoria.

To celebrate the end of Term 3, the students also enjoyed a special spread of snacks. 🎉

Well done, Year 12 Legal Studies, and happy studying! 📚👏

We wish you all the very best as you continue preparing for your end-of-year exams.

Zhanet Zyka

VCE LEGAL STUDIES & HUMANITIES TEACHER

At Rosehill Secondary College, we are proud to celebrate and embrace the rich cultural diversity of our school community. On Wednesday 16th September, during lunchtime, our International Student Program hosted a special Moon Festival BBQ in the International Room to celebrate this meaningful occasion with our international students before the end of Term 3.

The Moon Festival (Mid-Autumn Festival) is one of the most important traditional celebrations across many Asian cultures. It is a time for family reunions, gratitude, sharing food and appreciating the full moon, which symbolises unity, harmony and togetherness.

For many of our international students and students from culturally diverse backgrounds, the Moon Festival is traditionally a time spent with family and loved ones. Being away from home during such a significant celebration can be challenging. This event provided an opportunity for our students to come together, share in the spirit of the festival and celebrate the importance of connection and community.

A special thank you goes to Mr Soumalias, who generously cooked the BBQ for our students, and to Ms Nan, Ms Dimitra and Ms Dalena for organising the event and creating such a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Our EAL International Student Captains, Hengsong San and Toby Doan, also shared a few words about the significance of the Moon Festival. They expressed their appreciation to all the staff and teachers who helped organise the celebration and spoke about how meaningful it was to feel supported and connected while being away from their families.

Events like this remind us that a school community is more than a place to learn. It is also a place where students can build friendships, celebrate their cultures and feel that they belong. Through celebrating together, we hope to continue creating a “home away from home” for all our international students.

Nan Li & Dalena Tran

ISP TEAM